Dr. Maria-Christina Kosteli

Dr Maria-Christina Kosteli is a counsellor and psychologist with ten years of clinical experience. She holds a BACP credential and works to help people who feel overwhelmed or stuck. Her practice addresses issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, parenting concerns, eating problems, anger and low self-esteem.

She trained in counselling psychology and completed postgraduate study in the United States and the United Kingdom. She combines a person-centred outlook with cognitive behavioural methods and emotionally-focused ideas to shape how she works with each person. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps alongside space to talk through feelings.

Her background includes work in universities, clinics for chronic conditions, prevention centres, athletic teams and private practice. She has particular experience supporting people after pregnancy-related loss and those facing fertility difficulties. She also offers techniques for stress management, such as progressive muscle relaxation and mental skills like visualisation.

In sessions she aims to listen without judgement and help people build coping strategies they can use day to day. She explains options simply and checks what is most useful for each person. Evening online counselling is part of her current offering alongside her academic role.

People meet her for short-term support or for longer work focused on relationships, life changes or finding a clearer sense of purpose. She speaks English and Greek and works with clients in the United Kingdom and internationally.

How her approaches translate to online counselling

Dr Maria-Christina Kosteli draws on client-centred work, cognitive behavioural methods and emotionally-focused ideas to guide online sessions. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and creating a respectful space so people can explore their own goals and values. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) teaches practical tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and is often used for anxiety, stress and low mood. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people understand and shift emotional patterns in relationships and personal experience.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process. She will discuss what feels most helpful, try methods in session, and adjust plans based on the person’s needs and preferences. The aim is to choose techniques that fit the issue and the individual rather than forcing a single style.

Her practice includes evening online counselling. Please confirm current session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, avoid travel time, and choose quieter or shorter check-ins when needed. It can also allow people to continue support across different locations. Registered or accredited professionals can tailor exercises like progressive muscle relaxation, visualisation and CBT worksheets to an online setting so practical skills are built into everyday life.